In the late 1890s, people living in the different British colonies across the continent voted to decide whether they should come together under a single national government. Which of the following describes the outcome of this process on 1 January 1901?
- The six separate colonies joined together to form the Commonwealth of Australia.Cevap
- BThe first permanent European settlements were established on the Australian continent.
- CThe state governments were dissolved to allow the national government to make all laws.
Cevap
The six separate colonies joined together to form the Commonwealth of Australia.
The correct answer is that on 1 January 1901, the six separate British colonies officially united to form the Commonwealth of Australia. This historic event, known as Federation, followed a democratic process where voters in each colony approved the Australian Constitution in a series of referendums.
Adım Adım Çözüm
Anahtar Kavram
The Federation of the Commonwealth of Australia
İpuçları
1
Consider the meaning of the word 'Federation' and what it implies for separate groups coming together.
2
Remember that 1 January 1901 is considered the 'birthday' of Australia as a single, united nation.
Daha Fazla Pratik
Review how the Australian Constitution divides power between the Federal and State governments to understand the lasting impact of Federation.
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